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Isabella Lloyd Wins Paralegal of the Year at the Manchester Legal Awards 2025 (4 July 2025)
Isabella Lloyd, a standout Caseworker in our Manchester office, has been named Paralegal of the Year at the 2025 Manchester Legal Awards. Read more...
Government Confirms 30% Legal Aid Fee Increase Following Duncan Lewis Legal Challenge (4 July 2025)
Historic win for access to justice but Government must go further Read more...
Permission Granted to Challenge Home Office’ Failure to Publish Appropriate Policy relating to HIV-Positive Detainees (1 July 2025)
The permission follows the determination of two previous cases in which detainees were also denied access to their life-saving antiretroviral medication. Read more...
Duncan Lewis Solicitors Publishes 2025 Equality and Diversity Report, Reflecting Continued Leadership in Inclusion Across the Legal Sector (1 July 2025)
The report reflects Duncan Lewis’ commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. Read more...
New Episode of the No Walls Podcast, Refugee Rights in India: A Fight for Recognition, Out Now! (28 June 2025)
Sophie Lucas is joined by Prashant Busan, one of India’s most highly regarded Supreme Court advocates as they discuss the rights of refugees in India. Read more...
Episode 11: Navigating Family Law Podcast – Understanding Care Proceedings (Part 2) (25 June 2025)
Non accidental injuries - what happens when a child is hurt with no clear explanation? Read more...
Home Office Agrees to Settle GPS Electronic-Tagging Court of Appeal Case Ahead of Final Hearing (25 June 2025)
Further damages secured for clients in ground-breaking privacy and human rights case Read more...
Family of 90-Year-Old Woman with Dementia Speaks Out After Police Misconduct Proceedings Announced (20 June 2025)
The family of a 90-year-old woman with dementia has welcomed misconduct proceedings against officers who restrained her during a mental health crisis. Read more...
Tribunal Halts Deportation of Vulnerable Liverpool Woman Following Emergency Legal Action (19 June 2025)
Fatou Tamba wins last minute reprieve thanks to Duncan Lewis Solicitors Public Law team Read more...
Duncan Lewis Solicitors Secure Relocation of Afghan Female Government Official Under Leave Outside the Immigration Rules (LOTR) (18 June 2025)
This case underscores the urgent need for the UK Government to fulfil its promises and provide sanctuary to those who have risked their lives for human rights Read more...
‘Can I make a Claim?’: New Negligence Video Campaign (18 June 2025)
The campaign tackles serious topics and aims to advise those who may feel hopeless after themselves or a loved one has suffered negligence. Read more...
Duncan Lewis Welcomes Newly Qualified Solicitor to our London Child Care Law Team (17 June 2025)
Jana joins with a strong background in international family law and brings exceptional multilingual and cross-jurisdictional expertise to the team. Read more...
Government Commits to Decriminalising Rough Sleeping after 200 Years (12 June 2025)
The commitment was followed by a Government pledge of an additional £233 million in funding for homelessness services Read more...
Duncan Lewis Welcomes Back Esteemed Crime Solicitor to its Leading Criminal Team (11 June 2025)
Micheal originally trained at Duncan Lewis Solicitors, his return brings valuable expertise and a strong track record in complex, multijurisdictional cases. Read more...
What Should I Do if Social Services Get Involved with My Family? (9 June 2025)
Worried about social services involvement with your children? Our expert Leeds family solicitors explain Child Protection and Care Proceedings – plus how we can help. Read more...
Duncan Lewis Solicitors Secures £73,000 in Damages for Client in Unlawful Detention Case (9 June 2025)
Duncan Lewis is pleased to announce a successful outcome in a false imprisonment claim, securing £73,000 in damages for our client Read more...
Duncan Lewis Public Law Team Successfully Challenges Unlawful Home Office Delay in Asylum Case (9 June 2025)
For over seven years, the asylum claim was left undetermined, with the Tribunal recognising serious flaws in the Home Office’s handling of the case. Read more...
Duncan Lewis Granted Permission to Challenge Unlawful Modern Slavery DLR Decision and Unpublished Home Office Practice (4 June 2025)
The decision comes after a third Judicial Review attempt in a harrowing case involving a trafficking survivor exploited in the UK for over 15 years. Read more...
Duncan Lewis Successfully Defends Possession Claim and Wins Damages in Complex Eviction Case (4 June 2025)
Duncan Lewis successfully defended a vulnerable woman facing eviction, securing her right to remain in the property and obtaining substantial damages. Read more...
Understanding Social Media and Possession Laws: Duncan Lewis’ TikTok Campaign (29 May 2025)
The TikTok series explores seven key issues around digital content possession, highlighting how UK laws can hold both teens and parents legally accountable for online actions, even when intent is unclear. Read more...
Financial abuse, coercive control and intentional homelessness – success in a Housing Act review (29 May 2025)
The successful review underscores the critical need for councils to properly consider the impact of coercive control and financial abuse when making homelessness decisions. Read more...
Trans Migrants Face Additional Immigration Document Hurdles (23 May 2025)
James Packer, Public Law Director at Duncan Lewis, highlights how digital barriers and systemic discrimination is denying vulnerable people their basic rights. Read more...
Client Notice: Legal Aid Agency Data Breach - May 2025 (22 May 2025)
We have recently become aware of a serious data breach affecting the Legal Aid Agency (LAA), which may impact individuals who have applied for legal aid since 2010. Read more...
New Episode of the No Walls Podcast, Goodbye Anna, out now. (21 May 2025)
The No Walls Podcast returns to say goodbye to co-host and former Duncan Lewis Solicitor Anna Spivack Read more...
When a Tweet Becomes a Crime: What the Lucy Connolly Case Says About Online Hatred (20 May 2025)
Criminal Defence Lawyer Examines Hate Tweets, Jail Sentences and Defence Strategy Read more...
Rebecca De Stefano Launches Spanish-Speaking Video Series on International Child Disputes (20 May 2025)
Chartered Legal Executive Rebecca De Stefano discusses how to approach children disputes amongst parents in her latest series of Spanish-speaking videos. Read more...
Duncan Lewis Client Granted Indefinite Leave to Remain following Landmark EU Settlement Decision (20 May 2025)
Duncan Lewis achieves significant result for client following successful appeal against refusal of application under EU Settlement Scheme (R (Ali) v Secretary of State for the Home Department) Read more...
Duncan Lewis Secures Refugee Status for Congolese National Facing Imminent Homelessness (16 May 2025)
BK was granted refugee status and five years’ leave to remain by the Home Office, following an eight-year legal journey in the UK Read more...
Duncan Lewis Secures Full Inheritance for Client in Contentious Probate Dispute (16 May 2025)
Despite delays and a last-minute mediation cancellation, the team’s persistence led to the claimant receiving her full entitlement of £154,000 and a portion of her legal costs. Read more...
High Court Rules Home Secretary Misused Powers in Unlawful Detention of EU National (14 May 2025)
The High Court has ruled that the Home Office unlawfully detained an EU national to facilitate confiscation proceedings Read more...
New No Walls Podcast Episode: Trump’s Second Term So Far, out Now! (14 May 2025)
The new episode delves into Trump’s recent decisions in his second term as President. Read more...
Meet Newly Qualified Public Law Solicitor Jodie Spencer (13 May 2025)
Jodie is one of the latest to join our team of dedicated Public Law solicitors at Duncan Lewis Solicitors. Read more...
Home Office White Paper Unveils Major Immigration Reforms (12 May 2025)
The policy changes announced in the Home Office's new White Paper represent a significant tightening of the UK’s immigration system. Read more...
High Court Grants Permission in Complex Asylum Case Involving Indian National (8 May 2025)
The High Court has granted permission for judicial review in the case of a vulnerable Indian national. Read more...
Duncan Lewis Shortlisted for Two Awards at the Manchester Legal Awards 2025 (7 May 2025)
We are delighted to announce that Duncan Lewis Solicitors has been shortlisted in two categories at this year’s Manchester Legal Awards Read more...
Day in the Life of a Court of Protection Caseworker: Meet Lucy Ghaidan (6 May 2025)
Watch our YouTube video to discover what a typical day looks like for a Caseworker at Duncan Lewis Read more...
Duncan Lewis Secures Full Recovery for Client Following Insurer’s Delay in Caravan Theft Claim (2 May 2025)
The case highlights the importance of holding insurers to account when they fail to meet their obligations. Read more...
Meet Newly Qualified Immigration Solicitor Matilda Tenkorang (25 April 2025)
Matilda has accepted a role as a Solicitor within Duncan Lewis’ esteemed Immigration department in the City of London. Read more...
Duncan Lewis granted permission to apply for Judicial Review on behalf of vulnerable care leaver and victim of human trafficking and modern slavery (24 April 2025)
The Judicial Review application challenges the rationality and proportionality of the Home Office’s decision to grant our client one year of Leave to Remain, instead of four years. Read more...
Duncan Lewis Secures Client’s Right to Family Home in Complex Sibling Dispute (23 April 2025)
Eviction Halted and Settlement Quickly Negotiated by Wills and Probate Solicitor Eleanor Murray Read more...
Duncan Lewis Successfully Challenge Unlawful Withdrawal of s.184 Decision in Homelessness Appeal (22 April 2025)
This judgment is an important reminder to local authorities to adhere to statutory duties during the homelessness review process. Read more...
Duncan Lewis’ Harriet Phillips and Ivan Dimitrov Make the Pro Bono Recognition List 2025 (22 April 2025)
Two of our family lawyers recognised for completing more than 25 hours of pro bono work Read more...
Live Family Q&A Session on Thursday 24th April (22 April 2025)
Join our Family Law team for a live Q&A session discussing Child Arrangements Orders Read more...
Netflix’s Adolescence Through The Legal Lens: New Family Law Podcast Out Now! (17 April 2025)
Duncan Lewis’ legal team explore social media and influencer culture, its effect on the mental health of young people Read more...
Duncan Lewis’ Raja Uruthiravinayagan Shortlisted for the Lawyer Awards 2025 (15 April 2025)
Public law solicitor in the running for Associate of the Year at The Lawyer Awards 2025 Read more...
Duncan Lewis Helps Refugee Mother Bring Her Children to Safety in the UK (14 April 2025)
Public law team successfully pushes boundaries of Article 8 protections for children stranded abroad Read more...
Duncan Lewis Secures Indefinite Leave to Remain for Ugandan National after Legal Challenge (9 April 2025)
Judicial Review success restores client’s Indefinite Leave to Remain and access to vital benefits Read more...
Care Assistant Successfully Removed from the DBS Barred Lists After Upper Tribunal Appeal (8 April 2025)
Duncan Lewis successfully challenged DBS decision for care assistant with 25 years of experience Read more...
Legal Director Manjinder Kaur Atwal Appointed to Housing Law Practitioners’ Association (7 April 2025)
Duncan Lewis Solicitors’ housing law director to support the HLPA’s equal access mission Read more...
Duncan Lewis Secures Justice for Client after Disputed Debt Sold on by High Street Bank (4 April 2025)
Fraud victim successfully defends debt claim against loan purchaser with the help of Duncan Lewis legal team Read more...
Duncan Lewis Solicitors Announces Gender Pay-Gap Reporting for 2024 (31 March 2025)
Gender pay gap is 4%, down from 8% from the previous year Read more...
High Court Grants Permission to Challenge Father’s Forced Relocation (24 March 2025)
Home Office’s ‘lack of reasoning’ over decision to move dad away from his two children criticised Read more...
Understanding Your Rights: Duncan Lewis Solicitors' TikTok Series on Police Powers (19 March 2025)
Can the police arrest me without a warrant and other questions answered by Actions Against Public Authorities team Read more...
Government faces High Court Challenge Over Brook House Inquiry Response (18 March 2025)
Duncan Lewis Solicitors Represents Victims in Legal Action Against Failure to Rectify Dangerous Detention Practices Read more...
Innocent Man Barred from the UK After Home Office Mix-up Reunited with Family (17 March 2025)
Home Office criminal records error successfully challenged by Duncan Lewis Solicitors Read more...
Duncan Lewis Secures Urgent Interim Relief for Postpartum Mother in Accommodation (17 March 2025)
Family reunited after judicial review in respect of inadequate housing conditions. Read more...
Duncan Lewis Bags Case of the Year and Pro Bono awards at the LexisNexis Legal Awards (14 March 2025)
Congratulations to our teams on winning another two prestigious awards Read more...
Windrush Client Granted Permission to Challenge Unlawful Deportation (13 March 2025)
Upper Tribunal Judge Grants Permission to Challenge Unlawful Deportation and Orders Expedited Hearing Read more...
High Court Issues Three Mandatory Injunctions to Release Vulnerable Asylum Seeker (12 March 2025)
Duncan Lewis secures the release of vulnerable asylum seeker from Brook House Read more...
Duncan Lewis Ranked Third in Niche Magazine's Top 20 Law Firms in Leicester (11 March 2025)
Duncan Lewis’ Leicester team secures third place in Niche Magazine's Top 20 Law Firms Read more...
Legal Aid Challenge and Neurodiversity Project Highly Commended at Modern Law Awards (7 March 2025)
Ground-breaking work by Duncan Lewis’ teams recognised at prestigious award ceremony Read more...
Women in Law: Breaking Barriers & Leading Change: #IWD2025 Podcast (7 March 2025)
Special International Women’s Day Episode of the Navigating Family Law Podcast Read more...
Homelessness and the Right to Suitable Housing in 2025 (5 March 2025)
Duncan Lewis’ Karina Petkova examines the legal challenges affecting tenants, landlords and local authorities Read more...
Cranston Inquiry to hear from survivor of 2021 Channel Tragedy (4 March 2025)
Duncan Lewis Represents Families of Victims in Landmark Investigation Read more...
Damages Secured in Unlawful Detention Case for Disputed Minor (3 March 2025)
Duncan Lewis Secures Justice for Client Wrongfully Held as an Adult Read more...
Supreme Court declares daughter of UK national wrongfully deprived of citizenship is British (26 February 2025)
Duncan Lewis’ reunite father and daughter who lost ‘critical years’ together Read more...
Funderpark Case: Holding Negligent Fairground Operators Accountable (26 February 2025)
Personal injury solicitor Ifrah Ahmed examines preventable tragedies in the light of her recent case success Read more...
Duncan Lewis to Challenge ‘Unlawful’ Good Character British Citizenship Requirements (21 February 2025)
A recent policy change breaches Refugee Convention says public law director Read more...
Vulnerable Homeless Man Secures Specialist Accommodation Thanks to Duncan Lewis Housing Team (14 February 2025)
Property law team challenges council’s ‘unlawful’ treatment of young man with complex mental health needs Read more...
Government Announces Inquiry into events at Manston Short Term Holding Facility (13 February 2025)
The non-statutory inquiry into conditions at the Holding Facility follows Duncan Lewis’ Judicial Review claim Read more...
Case raises crucial legal questions on whether deception should affect British citizenship (10 February 2025)
Duncan Lewis Represents BO in Landmark Court of Appeal Case on Deprivation of Citizenship Read more...
Duncan Lewis Secures Policy Change from the Civil Aviation Authority for Corporate Client (5 February 2025)
Success demonstrates cost-effective, strategic expertise on behalf of corporate clients Read more...
FLANC Contributes to Family Justice Council’s Guidance on Neurodiversity (4 February 2025)
New Best Practice Guidance Marks a Turning Point for Family Justice Read more...
NHS Trust to Pay £65,000 for Delayed Appendicitis Diagnosis after Legal Claim (4 February 2025)
Trust breached duty of care as delays led to Duncan Lewis’ client suffering a perforated appendix Read more...
Duncan Lewis Public Law Contribute to UNHCR Report on Further Submissions in the UK (30 January 2025)
Report provides a comprehensive review of the UK's procedures for further submissions in the asylum process Read more...
Housing team wins personal injury damages for child affected by housing disrepair (28 January 2025)
Success shows possibilities for residents to recover damages for personal injury caused by disrepair Read more...
Duncan Lewis Shortlisted for Case of the Year and Innovation Modern Law Awards 2025 (27 January 2025)
Legal Aid Challenge and FLANC in the running for prestigious awards Read more...
Inquiry into Manston House Immigration Centre Upgrade After Legal Challenge (21 January 2025)
Settlement reached on judicial review regarding article 3 compliant investigation Read more...
Homelessness Costs Victory: SCCO Confirms Pre-Decision Costs Are RECOVERABLE (17 January 2025)
Housing law team at Duncan Lewis secures key ruling on recoverable costs Read more...
Duncan Lewis Solicitors Shortlisted for Two Prestigious LexisNexis Awards (17 January 2025)
Company in the running for Case of the Year (Rwanda) and Pro Bono Team Read more...
Civil Litigation Team’s ‘Audacious Plan’ Secures Costs Award in Property Dispute (14 January 2025)
Long-standing case involving Final Charging Orders resolved by Duncan Lewis legal team Read more...
Permission Granted to Challenge Home Office over Client’s Unsuitable Accommodation (10 January 2025)
Duncan Lewis’ Satvir Sahota leads case on behalf of asylum seeker with complex health needs Read more...
Duncan Lewis wins in 6 categories in The Legal 500 Future Lawyers guide 2025 (6 January 2025)
Duncan Lewis Solicitors receives excellent results in The Legal 500 Future Lawyers guide Read more...
Duncan Lewis Charity of the Month: Honouring Sarah Jopling Through the National Brain Appeal (12 December 2024)
The National Brain Appeal provide much-needed funds to support The National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery and the UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology. Read more...
Landmark Decision in Brealey v Shepherd & Co: Setting Precedent on Trustee and Executor Remuneration (11 December 2024)
The Court concluded that a solicitors firm may not charge for their time spent administering the estate without an explicit charging clause. Read more...
New Navigating Family Law Podcast Episode: Forensic Testing in Family Law – Uncovering Truths in Legal Disputes, Out Now! (11 December 2024)
Join our hosts as they sit down with the Director and Head of Sales from DNA Legal for an insightful discussion on the fascinating world of DNA testing. Read more...
Lord Chancellor to raise rates by 30% for immigration and asylum controlled work after Duncan Lewis challenge (29 November 2024)
Company welcomes proposed hike in hourly and fixed fees following its judicial review claim Read more...
Court of Appeal Reinforces SSHD's Duty to Secure Medical Assurances in Deportation and Human Rights Cases (29 November 2024)
Duncan Lewis represents RO in a case that reaffirmed the SSHD's duty under Article 3 ECHR to obtain assurances about the availability of medical treatment in deportation and human rights cases. Read more...
Court Grants Interim Relief and Permission to Challenge Unlawful Detention of Modern Slavery Victim (26 November 2024)
The Albanian national, ‘KQN’, who is now a confirmed victim of modern slavery, had been detained under immigration powers since 24 March 2024. Read more...
Deaths in Home Office Accommodation: Duncan Lewis Represents Family in Landmark Inquest (26 November 2024)
The tragic death of a 21-year-old asylum seeker highlights failings and need for reform in UK asylum system. Read more...
Matthew Humphreys Secures Court of Appeal Victory on Misuse of Slip-Rule (25 November 2024)
Matthew Humphreys successfully challenged the misuse of the slip-rule at the Court of Appeal, restoring his client’s original sentence. Read more...
Duncan Lewis Secures Relocation for Afghan Security Analyst and Family (25 November 2024)
Former Afghan military liaison and interpreter, at risk from the Taliban, safely resettled with his family through expert legal representation. Read more...
Section 204A Homelessness Appeal Overturns Council’s Refusal to House Single Parent (22 November 2024)
Duncan Lewis secures a successful challenge against a Council’s decision to refuse accommodation for a client and her children Read more...
Duncan Lewis London Family Team Win two Awards at the Family Law Awards 2024 (21 November 2024)
Our London-based Family Team was honoured with the Family Law Firm of the Year – London award, while FLANC earned the Family Law Innovation of the Year Award. Read more...
Duncan Lewis Solicitors Welcomes Jenine Abdo as Family and Child Care Director in South Wales (14 November 2024)
As Director of Family and Child Care, Jenine will lead an outstanding team of solicitors and caseworkers dedicated across Swansea and Cardiff Read more...
Meet Newly Qualified Solicitor Nicole Francisco (14 November 2024)
In the video, Nicole reflects on what qualifying means to her and offers valuable advice for current trainee solicitors. Read more...
£85,000 Damages Awarded in Unlawful Detention Case Settlement (14 November 2024)
The case highlights serious errors made by the Home Office and the impact on vulnerable individuals subjected to detention under these circumstances. Read more...
Second Court of Appeal hearing scheduled for December in Crucial Housing Legal Case (13 November 2024)
Are Gas Safety Records, EPCs and How to Rent Guides deemed served on a tenant by post under Section 7 of the Interpretation Act 1978? Read more...
Duncan Lewis Solicitors Recognised Among Top 250 UK Law Firms by The Times (7 November 2024)
Duncan Lewis Solicitors has reaffirmed its standing as one of the nation's premier law firms, cementing its place among the top 250 law firms in the UK. Read more...
Celebrating National Pro Bono Week: The Power of Pro Bono (7 November 2024)
Celebrating Pro Bono Week, Duncan Lewis showcases its commitment to accessible justice, empowering communities and training future lawyers through impactful pro bono work. Read more...
Mother of Sofia Duarte Instructs Duncan Lewis and Calls for Stricter e-Bike Rules after Fatal Fire (7 November 2024)
A mother’s campaign for urgent safety reforms to prevent e-bike battery fires backed by London Fire Brigade. Read more...
New Navigating Family Law Podcast Episode: A Guide to Legal Aid Services and Eligibility Requirements, Out Now! (6 November 2024)
Our hosts discuss the application process for legal aid within family and child care matters. Read more...
In-principle Leave Outside the Immigration Rules protects Afghan family from Taliban Regime (6 November 2024)
Duncan Lewis represented Judge X and his family, who were forced into hiding in Afghanistan due to the role that he played as a Judge prior to the Taliban overthrow of the National Government. Read more...
BIOT Migrants Stranded in Diego Garcia are to be allowed into the UK (5 November 2024)
The Government has long resisted bringing the group to the UK but has finally reconsidered its position, following a Judicial Review brought by Duncan Lewis and others Read more...
Court of Appeal to Rule on Landmark Homelessness Judicial Review Case (5 November 2024)
Duncan Lewis Solicitors is set to represent a client in a significant homelessness judicial review case Read more...
Now Available on Demand: Family and Child Care Q&A Session on 1 November 2024 (5 November 2024)
Our Family and Child Care team answer your questions on Child Arrangement Orders Read more...
Find Us at the University of Law Careers Fair tomorrow! (4 November 2024)
Our team will be offering insight into career opportunities at Duncan Lewis Solicitors for students and graduates. Read more...
European Court of Human Rights Rules for Trafficking Victim in Case against Slovakia (28 October 2024)
Duncan Lewis public law team helps achieve unanimous result in BB v Slovakia (Application no. 48587/21) Read more...
A Day in the Life of a Caseworker: Meet Jasmine Carr (24 October 2024)
Watch our YouTube video for an insightful glimpse into what a typical day looks like for a Caseworker at Duncan Lewis Solicitors Read more...
Duncan Lewis Celebrates Top Rankings in the 2025 Chambers & Partners Guide (18 October 2024)
Duncan Lewis Solicitors named as a Top Ranked Firm in the Chambers & Partners UK Solicitors Guide 2025 Read more...
Charges against Teenage Girl Dropped in Snapchat Indecent Video Case (15 October 2024)
Skilled representations to the CPS by Duncan Lewis’ crime team save girl who unwittingly downloaded indecent video Read more...
European Court of Human Rights: Spanish Authorities’ Ineffective Investigation into Trafficked Minor Violated Her Rights (14 October 2024)
Duncan Lewis’ public law team’s landmark victory in TV v Spain (Application No. 22512/21) highlights critical lessons for other jurisdictions Read more...
Find our Business Immigration Team at the Birmingham Care Show this week! (8 October 2024)
Join us at Stand F15 at the Care Show, NEC Birmingham, this Wednesday and Thursday! Read more...
Duncan Lewis secure substantial damages for estate and family of deceased client following unlawful detention and deportation (4 October 2024)
AG was tragically killed after they were deported. Read more...
Successful defence of ‘no fault eviction’ claim has wider ramifications for landlords and for British Gas (4 October 2024)
The ruling Could provide greater protections for tenants against S21 evictions Read more...
Duncan Lewis Solicitors Crowned Top Tier Firm in The Legal 500 UK 2025 (3 October 2024)
Duncan Lewis celebrates top results in The Legal 500 UK Solicitors Directory 2025 Read more...
High Court Rules in Favour of Master's Student Asylum Seeker in Challenge Against Forced Relocation (27 September 2024)
Home Office tried to relocate student from Norwich to Walsall at short notice without properly considering his personal circumstances Read more...
Lord Chancellor Commits to November Decision on Legal Aid Rate Increase for Immigration and Asylum in response to claim brought by Duncan Lewis (27 September 2024)
The Lord Chancellor has recognised the urgency of the issues in the claim supported by evidence from across the immigration legal aid sector. Read more...
FLANC wins Innovation Award at the Resolution Awards 2024 (20 September 2024)
FLANC recognised for their groundbreaking campaign to make the family justice system more inclusive and accessible for neurodivergent individuals Read more...
Emergency Freezing Injunction Protects Brothers’ Inheritance in High Stakes Family Estate Legal Dispute (17 September 2024)
Duncan Lewis’ Contentious Probate team assists two brothers with UK and US cross border dispute. Read more...
Duncan Lewis Solicitors’ Team Arrives on Diego Garcia for Landmark Hearing (17 September 2024)
Legal Team Fights for the Release of Clients Held in Unlawful Detention for Nearly Three Read more...
Supporting Grenfell Tower Fire Survivors: Our Commitment to Justice and Accountability (5 September 2024)
Duncan Lewis Solicitors stands proud to help the voices of those affected by the tragedy be heard Read more...
Duncan Lewis’ London Family Team Named as a Finalist at the Family Law Awards (29 August 2024)
Our London-based Family team has been shortlisted for Family Law Firm of the Year at the LexisNexis Family Law Awards Read more...
Live Family and Child Care Q&A Session on 29th August (23 August 2024)
Join our Family Law team for a live Q&A session on August 29th Read more...
Court of Appeal upholds bail for Diego Garcia Asylum Seekers Amid Alarming Welfare Concerns (21 August 2024)
The British Indian Ocean Territory Court of Appeal has upheld the decision to grant bail to 47 asylum seekers who have been stranded on Diego Garcia, a joint US-UK military base, for nearly three years Read more...
Duncan Lewis’ Court of Protection Team to Participate in Alzheimer’s Society Memory Walk (16 August 2024)
Our Court of Protection team will be participating in the Alzheimer’s Society Memory Walk in Leeds on September 28, 2024. Read more...
Talat Manir Selected as Finalist for Yorkshire Legal Awards 2024 (15 August 2024)
Congratulations to Solicitor Talat Manir on her shortlisting for the 2024 Yorkshire Legal Awards Read more...
Significant damages secured for client in false imprisonment claim against the Home Office (9 August 2024)
Pardeep Somel successfully secured £70,000 in damages for her client who was unlawfully detained by the Home Office Read more...
Permanent accommodation secured for client following successful homelessness challenge (7 August 2024)
Duncan Lewis’ Housing team successfully secured an offer of permanent accommodation for homeless client Read more...
Successful homelessness challenge for client facing unsuitable housing conditions (6 August 2024)
Duncan Lewis’ Housing team successfully assisted a homeless client facing overcrowding and unsuitable housing conditions Read more...
Goodman v Walker: Football, Air Conditioning, and AstroTurf (2 August 2024)
Exploring the Intricacies of Family Law in High-Profile Cases Read more...
A Day in The Life of a Caseworker: Meet Conor Lamb (1 August 2024)
Watch our YouTube video for an insightful glimpse into what a typical day looks like for a Caseworker at Duncan Lewis Solicitors Read more...
New Navigating Family Law Podcast Episode: Understanding Prenups and Postnups in Divorce - out now! (31 July 2024)
Dive into the intricacies of prenuptial and postnuptial Agreements with our family law experts Read more...
Life-Changing Injuries Following a Funfair Ride Malfunction (31 July 2024)
Duncan Lewis is representing a client who was hospitalised after she was ejected from a funfair ride Read more...
Government to Reconsider Unlawful Trafficking Policy Following Duncan Lewis Challenge (30 July 2024)
Judicial argued that the denial of leave to remain for trafficking victims was unlawful Read more...
High Court to hear challenge against FCDO’s delay in relocating a Tamil refugee stranded on Diego Garcia (26 July 2024)
Duncan Lewis Solicitors is representing a Tamil refugee in a legal challenge against the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Affairs Read more...
Duncan Lewis’ Litigation Team Recovers £150k Loan in Complex Family Case (25 July 2024)
Settlement reached in relation to financial interest in matrimonial home claim despite lack of evidence Read more...
New “No Walls” Podcast Episode Focusing on Climate Justice and Migration Out Now (25 July 2024)
Jessica Simor KC and Yumna Kamel discuss key issues including a landmark human rights case Read more...
UK Government Exploring Options to Bring Asylum Seekers Detained in Diego Garcia to the UK (23 July 2024)
The BIOT Commissioner has made formal requests to the UK government to bring “the most vulnerable asylum seekers” to the UK. Read more...
Home Office agrees to consider asylum claims for everyone in Rwanda cohort (23 July 2024)
Asylum seekers designated for removal to Rwanda will get their claims assessed in the UK, following a judicial review and subsequent settlement. Read more...
Permission for Homelessness Judicial Review Granted by Court of Appeal (22 July 2024)
Legal challenge to council’s refusal to accept new homelessness application for disabled client to be heard this year Read more...
Duncan Lewis Secures Court of Appeal Victory in EU Settlement Scheme Case (19 July 2024)
Refusal of pre-settled status for Duncan Lewis client breached the Withdrawal Agreement Read more...
Duncan Lewis Secures Damages for Falsely Imprisoned Client (16 July 2024)
Duncan Lewis successfully secured compensation for a client in Pakistan after the Home Office conceded ahead of trial Read more...
Duncan Lewis Swiftly Secures Release of Long-Term Immigration Detainee (15 July 2024)
Client Freed within Two Days of Judicial Review Filing After a Year in Detention Read more...
FLANC Named as Finalists for Three Resolution Awards (12 July 2024)
Family Law Advice for the Neurodivergent Community has been shortlisted in three categories at the 2024 Resolution Awards Read more...
Lawyers ask Foreign Secretary to Intervene in Diplomatic Row with US over Diego Garcia (11 July 2024)
David Lammy urged to consider asylum seekers left in limbo after Supreme Court hearing planned for this week blocked by US Read more...
Out Now: “This is Housing” podcast explores defending tenants in possession lists with Daniel Bacon (10 July 2024)
Join the podcast team as they explore the challenges tenants face in the court possession lists Read more...
Clinical Negligence Team Wins Settlement for mother and daughter from NHS Trust (9 July 2024)
Client instructed Duncan Lewis over failures in relation to hospital treatment of mother with Marfan syndrome Read more...
Duncan Lewis Secures Significant Damages for Unlawfully Detained Client (9 July 2024)
Duncan Lewis’ Immigration team secured £34,000 for a client who was unlawfully detained by the Home Office Read more...
Toufique Hossain Wins Outstanding Achievement Award at the LALYs 2024 (8 July 2024)
Public Law Director Toufique Hossain wins top prize at the LALY Awards 2024 Read more...
New Episode of Duncan Lewis’ Family Law Podcast Focusing on FGM Out Now! (1 July 2024)
Strategies to increase awareness and understanding of this crucial issue examined with an expert from Coventry Haven Women’s Aid. Read more...
Suitable Accommodation Secured for Non-Binary Person Fleeing Russia (28 June 2024)
Duncan Lewis’ immigration team successfully challenges Home Office dispersal to unsuitable Essex address Read more...
Demi Arnold Joins Leeds Court of Protection Team as a Newly Qualified Solicitor (24 June 2024)
Demi Arnold has accepted a role as a Newly Qualified Solicitor in Duncan Lewis’ Court of Protection team in Leeds Read more...
Seeking Access to Justice in a Legal Black Hole (20 June 2024)
Duncan Lewis’ Crime Team Discuss Defending Refugees on Diego Garcia (article/video) Read more...
Duncan Lewis Client Granted Permission to Challenge a Section 94 Certificate (17 June 2024)
An Upper Tribunal Judge has granted a client, represented by Duncan Lewis, permission to challenge a Section 94 certificate Read more...
George Macquisten’s journey from Caseworker to Newly Qualified Solicitor (13 June 2024)
George Macquisten has accepted a role as a Newly Qualified Solicitor within our Public Law department following the successful completion of his training contract Read more...
Permission Granted for Judicial Review Against S94 Certificate (13 June 2024)
A Deputy High Court Judge has granted permission to challenge a Section 94 certificate, citing concerns over the Secretary of State's legal approach Read more...
Jane Wilson Promoted To Director of Family and Child Care in Newcastle (6 June 2024)
Duncan Lewis is pleased to announce that Jane Wilson has been promoted to Director of Family and Child Care Read more...
Forced Marriage: A Hidden Crime - Family Law Podcast Episode 4 – Out Now! (5 June 2024)
Legal protections and other issues explored in episode 4 Duncan Lewis’ Navigating Family Law Read more...
Duncan Lewis Challenges Unlawful Trafficking Policy on Behalf of Multiple Clients (3 June 2024)
Home Office unlawfully refuses stay for trafficking victims assessed as needing mental health therapy, our clients argue. Read more...
Government’s Illegal Migration Act Linked to Asylum Seeker’s Suicide, Says Public Law Director (28 May 2024)
Toufique Hossain tells Liberty Investigates about the impact of Home Office failures on Vulnerable Asylum Seekers Read more...
Congratulations to Angelique Hu on Qualifying as an Immigration Solicitor (23 May 2024)
We are pleased to announce that Angelique Hu has accepted a role as a Newly Qualified Solicitor within our Immigration department following the recent completion of her training contract. Read more...
Rupinder Jagdev to speak at ‘Intermediaries in the Family Court’ seminar following significant judgement in West Northamptonshire Council v KA [2024] (23 May 2024)
Family and Child Care Director Rupinder Jagdev will be a featured panellist at the upcoming ‘Post Lieven J: Intermediaries in the Family Court’ seminar hosted by Communicourt. Read more...
Duncan Lewis Secures Damages for a British National Unjustly Detained by the Home Office (22 May 2024)
Client was held for 9 days, questioned relentlessly, called a liar and refused entry Read more...
Bahar Ata and Nicholas Hughes Named as Finalists for the Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year Awards 2024 (20 May 2024)
Congratulations to Director Bahar Ata and Solicitor Nicholas Hughes on their shortlisting’s for the Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year Awards 2024 Read more...
Out Now: “This is Housing” Podcast joined by Special Guest to Examine the Renters Reform Bill (15 May 2024)
In the latest episode of This Is Housing, Duncan Lewis’ Housing team explores the Government’s proposed The Renters (Reform) Bill with Housing Barrister Annabel Health of 4- 5 Gray's Inn Square Chambers. Read more...
Duncan Lewis Promotes Sophie Rayment to Director of Family and Child Care (8 May 2024)
Duncan Lewis is delighted to announce that child care specialist Sophie Rayment has been promoted to Director of Family & Child Care Read more...
Tamil Asylum Seekers Granted Bail on British Indian Ocean Territory (8 May 2024)
BIOT Commissioner’s Attempt to Stay Bail Order Unsuccessful Read more...
Court of Appeal makes findings in significant homelessness case (3 May 2024)
Duncan Lewis’ housing department represented the Respondent in this significant Court of Appeal case. Read more...
Successful Representation for Asian Family in Police Assault Case Gains Media Attention (1 May 2024)
BBC, Telegraph, and Bracknell News highlight Duncan Lewis’ action against Thames Valley Police officer Read more...
Court of Appeals Permits Second Appeal in Crucial Housing Legal Case (29 April 2024)
Are Gas Safety Records, EPCs and How to Rent Guides deemed served on a tenant by post under Section 7 of the Interpretation Act 1978? Read more...
Family Law Advice for the Neurodivergent Community celebrates its first conference at Slaughter & May (26 April 2024)
FLANC celebrates milestone with its inaugural conference, 'Promoting Access to Justice for Neurodivergent Children and Adults in the Family Justice System’ Read more...
Happening Tomorrow: Family Law Advice for the Neurodivergent Community to Host its First Conference at Slaughter & May. (23 April 2024)
‘Promoting Access to Justice for Neurodivergent Children and Adults in the Family Justice System Conference’ will be hosted by FLANC at Slaughter & May this Wednesday Read more...
New “No Walls” Podcast Episode Focussing on the Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan Out Now! (18 April 2024)
Waging Peace directors and Guardian reporter Mark Townsend join legal director Toufique Hossain Read more...
Housing Director Dianne Cowie appointed Co-Chair of Housing Law Practitioners Association (HLPA) (17 April 2024)
Congratulations to Dianne Cowie on her appointment Co-Chair of Housing Law Practitioners Association Read more...
Duncan Lewis Secures Significant Settlement in UK GDPR Claim Against the Disclosure and Barring Service (16 April 2024)
Ida Kingstedt from Duncan Lewis’ Actions Against Public Authorities team has achieved a substantial settlement in a case involving a breach of the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Read more...
Congratulations to Sophie Burchett on a Well-deserved Promotion to Director of Child Care and Family Mediation (15 April 2024)
Sophie takes charge of a small family law team across our Luton, Milton Keynes and our Birmingham offices Read more...
Duncan Lewis Housing Director joins the Roundtable YouTube Discussion on the European Housing Crisis (9 April 2024)
Watch Manjinder Kaur Atwal discuss the implications of soaring property prices for European societies Read more...
New Immigration Rules for Skilled Worker Visas Take Effect (5 April 2024)
Increased salary thresholds and new visa restrictions explained by our business immigration team Read more...
New "This is Housing" Podcast Episode Examines Landlord Tenant Relations, with Marks Out of Tenancy (26 March 2024)
Duncan Lewis’ property law team is joined by the founders of the landlord and letting agent rating platform Read more...
Duncan Lewis Gender Pay Gap Reporting for 2023 (25 March 2024)
Further decrease in our gender pay gap recorded, which remains below the industry average Read more...
Afghan Children Stranded in Kabul Can Challenge Decisions Affecting their Right to Join Mother in UK (21 March 2024)
Upper tribunal allows challenge in significant case brought by Duncan Lewis Solicitors Read more...
Biometric Residence Permits to Go Digital: How to prove your immigration status from January 1 (20 March 2024)
Duncan Lewis’ Business Immigration team explain the latest updates to the visa system Read more...
Our Family Law Team Examines Domestic Violence in the Latest Episode of its Podcast (20 March 2024)
MK Act charity Chief Executive Sure Burke joins the team for Breaking the Silence and Understanding Domestic Violence - out now Read more...
Family Law Advice for the Neurodivergent Community to Host its First Conference at Slaughter & May (19 March 2024)
Recently launched Family Law Advise for the Neurodivergent Community, an initiative co-founded by Alia Lewis, will host its first event at Slaughter & May Read more...
Duncan Lewis Solicitors Crowned Law Firm of the Year 2024 at the LexisNexis Awards (15 March 2024)
Prestigious accolade is testament to the commitment of our entire team to delivering exceptional legal services Read more...
New Episode of the No Walls Podcast Featuring Human Rights Defender Helen Duffy, Out Now! (15 March 2024)
The podcast hosts discuss the challenges of working within international human rights litigation Read more...
Police Officer Sacked for Assault on Asian Father and his Autistic Son after Case Brought by Duncan Lewis (13 March 2024)
“We would not have got him” without family’s bravery standards department says, as people urged to report officer misconduct Read more...
Permission Granted for Judicial Review in Relation to Student Asylum Seeker's Forced Relocation (12 March 2024)
Court accepts legal challenge issued by Duncan Lewis Solicitors, which argued the client’s ‘exceptional circumstances’ were ignored Read more...
Duncan Lewis Solicitors Celebrates Three Prestigious Wins at the Modern Law Awards 2024 (8 March 2024)
Duncan Lewis proudly accepted Outstanding Case of the Year, Pro-bono Team of the Year and Lawyer of the Year at the Modern Law Awards 2024. Read more...
Successful Action by Duncan Lewis Solicitors Secures Safety for Afghan Family Hunted by the Taliban (8 March 2024)
Director James Packer successfully challenged multiple decisions to refuse his Afghan client’s ARAP application Read more...
Duncan Lewis Settles £150,000 Claim Against East London NHS Trust in Tragic Suicide Case (7 March 2024)
Solicitor Courtney Smith represented family inquest after Crisis Team failed to accept a referral to the service Read more...
Duncan Lewis Family Law Director Alia Lewis Heads Specialist Family and Child Care Law Team for Neurodivergent Clients (6 March 2024)
Transforming Legal Aid Family Law Representation for Autistic people and those with other neurodivergent conditions, including ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia and Tourette Syndrome Read more...
Duncan Lewis Client Granted Final Hearing Permission, Challenging Asylum-Seeker Accommodation at RAF Wethersfield (29 February 2024)
There has been a ‘complete failure’ by the Home Office to apply its policy, so we are delighted with the High Court’s decision, says Solicitor Shalini Patel Read more...
Duncan Lewis Solicitors successfully challenges flawed age assessment process for vulnerable asylum seeker, citing procedural unfairness (28 February 2024)
Public law team secures interim relief and fresh age assessment for Sudanese client Read more...
Duncan Lewis Solicitors Welcomes a Trio of New Directors to the Team (23 February 2024)
Two highly experienced solicitors join our highly respected housing and civil litigation teams. Read more...
Duncan Lewis Criminal Law Team Delivers Remarkable Result for Client in ‘Dirty’ Cash Trial (21 February 2024)
‘Eloquent’ solicitor persuades judge to depart from sentencing guidelines in multi-million ‘Hawaladar’ case Read more...
Duncan Lewis Solicitors launches new podcast: Navigating Family Law (21 February 2024)
The First episode, Split Decisions: Understanding Finances and Mediation during Divorce, is available now Read more...
Duncan Lewis Secures Damages for Client as Home Office Settles GDPR Case (16 February 2024)
Client sought damages arising from the contended unlawful transfer of his personal data to Afghanistan Read more...
Special Bonus Episode of This Is Housing Legal Podcast Out Now! (16 February 2024)
Duncan Lewis’ property law team examine Churchill vs. Merthyr Tydfil, a case sprouting from a Japanese knotweed complaint Read more...
Duncan Lewis Secures £40,000 in damages for Trafficking Victim who was Unlawfully Detained (9 February 2024)
Albanian national was detained for 10 months despite being re-trafficked and wrongfully convicted Read more...
Duncan Lewis Facilitates Successful Relocation of Afghan Interpreter to the UK (7 February 2024)
Legal Advocacy of Duncan Lewis Solicitor Jamie Bell and Caseworker Mia Forton Proves Instrumental under ARAP Read more...
Home Office Admits Unlawfully Detaining Person with Severe Mental Illness After Legal Claim (6 February 2024)
Home Secretary concedes Article 3 ECHR breach after Duncan Lewis challenge on behalf of client Read more...
Duncan Lewis Secures Right to Challenge Home Office Certification Decision for Asylum Seeker (2 February 2024)
Public law team overcomes vigorous bid to have case dismissed Read more...
Unravelling Deception: Duncan Lewis' Secures Victory in a High-Stakes Fraud Case (31 January 2024)
Litigation Team Achieves Successful £800k Fraud Judgment for Client Read more...
Duncan Lewis Selected as a Finalist for the Law Firm of the Year at LexisNexis Legal Awards (17 January 2024)
Judges acknowledge our exceptional performance and innovative practices with shortlisting Read more...
Old Bailey Victory for Duncan Lewis’ Client Wrongly Charged with Drugs Offence (17 January 2024)
Justice finally served for client after three-year legal batt Read more...
Duncan Lewis Solicitors Demystifies Housing Issues with New Podcast – (16 January 2024)
In the first two episodes our expert team delves into tenant rights and much more Read more...
Duncan Lewis Solicitors Now Offers Family Mediation but What is it and how Does it Work? (10 January 2024)
Family law director Sophie Burchett explains How mediation can resolve breakup challenges Read more...
Duncan Lewis case highlights inexcusable delays in ARAP system (8 January 2024)
YY v Ministry of Defence raises questions about the suitability of the Bureaucratic Delays and Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy Read more...
Duncan Lewis case highlights inexcusable delays in ARAP system (5 January 2024)
YY v Ministry of Defence raises questions about the suitability of the Bureaucratic Delays and Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy Read more...